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You can dig a well that gives clean water to around 35 families every single day. This gift is a powerful form of Sadaqah Jariyah and qualifies as Zakat.
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The Best Sadaqah Jariyah
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said, "The best form of charity is giving someone water to drink" (Sunan Ibn Majah, Hadith 3684)
What Is a Dig a Well?
A Dig a Well is a deep water well that reaches around 131 feet underground. It taps into a sustainable water source so families have clean, safe water for drinking, cooking, washing, and everyday needs.
Built in community spaces like village centers, schools, and mosques, a Dig a Well supports entire neighborhoods. It is one of the most impactful ways to give Sadaqah Jariyah because the water keeps flowing through every season.
Once your well is complete, you receive a personalized feedback report with photos so you can see the real people and communities your donation helped.
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Why a Dig a Well Makes a Difference?
A Dig a Well brings clean water close to home. Families no longer have to walk long distances or rely on unsafe water sources. Children can stay in school, livestock stay hydrated, and farmers can support their crops throughout the year.
Your donation supports health, dignity, and stability for families who depend on agriculture and daily access to clean water. When you dig a well for water, you are giving a community the chance to grow and thrive.
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Your donation brings lasting, life-changing water solutions to entire communities.
What Happens After You Donate a Well?
Your Donation Is Zakat Eligible!
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Will I Receive Updates on My Dig-a Well Donation?
Muslim Hands offers personalized feedback reports for every donated well, featuring a photo of the well and details of its location (village and city), so you can witness the impact of your generous gift.
A plaque with your name or the name of a loved one, along with other relevant details, can be placed on the well. The installation of each well typically takes 3-6 months, depending on its location and weather conditions.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at any time.
Can I Donate a Well on Behalf of a Loved One?
Yes! Dedicating a tube well in the name of a loved one—whether they are living or have passed away—is a beautiful act of Sadaqah Jariyah that provides continuous rewards for them.
✔ A Lasting Legacy: Your donation helps communities gain access to clean water, ensuring ongoing blessings for your loved one.
✔ Spiritual Rewards: This act of charity allows them to continue receiving Allah’s mercy and rewards even after they have passed.
✔ Personalized Recognition: You will receive a certificate and a detailed feedback report, including a plaque with their name placed on the well.
By donating in their name, you are not only honoring their memory but also transforming lives for generations to come.
Why Donors Trust Muslim Hands USA?
Muslim Hands has been serving vulnerable communities for more than 30 years. Through our water well charity work, we partner with local teams in countries such as Pakistan, Mali, Niger, Yemen, and The Gambia to make sure every Community Well is built where the need is highest.
Donors receive a personalized feedback report once the Community Well is complete. This includes the village location, images of the well, and a glimpse of the families whose lives have changed because of your gift.
You can dedicate your Community Well to yourself or a loved one, and the plaque will reflect the name you choose.
- Local teams overseeing construction
- Transparent reporting at every stage
- Personalized feedback for every Community Well
- Long term support for communities in need
Give a Dig-a Well Today!
Your donation will change a community's life by bringing clean water, better health, and renewed hope.
'The Messenger of Allah (saw) was asked, "Which charity is best?" He replied, “[Providing] water"'.
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- Q. How much does a Dig a Well cost?
- Q. How many families does a Dig a Well support?
- Q. Do I receive feedback, and when?
- Q. Does the dig a well come with a plaque?
- Q. How long does it take for the wells to be built?
- Q. Where are Dig a Wells built?
- Q. Is a Dig a Well Sadaqah Jariyah?
- Q. Is a Dig a Well Zakat eligible?
- Q. Can I donate a Dig a Well in someone’s name?
A Dig a Well costs $950. This covers digging, construction, and a personalized feedback report.
A Dig a Well provides clean water to around 35 families and can serve up to 200 people.
Yes! Once your well is complete, you will receive a detailed feedback report, including photos of the well, its location (village and city), and information about the community benefiting from your donation.
Yes, every dig a well includes a personalized plaque displaying your name or the name of a loved one, making it a meaningful Sadaqah Jariyah gift.
On average, a water well takes 3 to 6 months to complete, depending on factors like location, weather conditions, and construction logistics. Our team ensures each project is built to last and meets the highest quality standards.
They are built in communities facing water scarcity in Pakistan, Mali, Niger, Yemen, and The Gambia.
Yes. A Dig a Well is a long-lasting Sadaqah Jariyah water well with ongoing reward.
Yes. Dig a Well projects support vulnerable families and are Zakat eligible water projects.
Yes. You can dedicate your Dig a Well to yourself or a loved one. A plaque with the chosen name is placed on the well and included in your photo feedback report.
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Muslim Hands is an international aid agency and NGO working worldwide to help those affected by natural disasters, conflict and poverty. Muslim Hands USA is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization (No. 27-4155655).